How to Relieve Stress

It is important to relieve stress if you suffer from it regularly
because of the many health problems it can create. Too much stress will
alter your hormone levels, reduce immune function, cause weight gain,
lead to heart attacks, heart disease and stroke. It can also contribute
to diabetes, asthma, lack of sleep, low energy levels, depression and
many digestive problems.

All of us are affected by stress differently and some of us can
take more than others without having it affect us mentally or
physically. If you have a problem dealing with stress, you need to learn
how to get it under control.

Below are ways you can relieve stress so you can improve immune
function to help fight your yeast infection, correct hormone imbalances
and generally have a much happier outlook on life.

Breathing: Many times as your mind runs away from you and you are
starting to get upset and stressed, all you have to do is shift your
focus to your breathing. Just concentrate on breathing in and out in
slow deep breaths for 10 or 15 minutes.

Exercise: Exercise not only takes your mind off of what's
bothering you but it also helps relieve stress because it releases
endorphins. Endorphins are often called the feel good hormones. Find an
exercise routine you like and do it for a half-hour.

Massage: Have a friend or your significant other give you a
massage after a stressful day. While you are getting the massage let
your mind concentrate on the massage instead of all those stressful
problems you may have had during the day.

Meditation: Meditation is not for everyone but for those that do enjoy it, it is definitely a great way to relieve stress.

Spend time alone: This one is pretty self-explanatory and
everyone needs an area for some quiet time to himself or herself. Try
setting up a room in the house where you can go and be by yourself, do
hobbies or other things you enjoy.

Supplements: There are supplements that you can take that may
help you deal with stress. I have included your best options farther
down this webpage.

Self-Hypnosis: One of the best ways that I know of to relieve
stress and strengthen the immune system at the same time is through
hypnosis. I have included the studies below if you would like to further
research the effectiveness of self-hypnosis.

A study done in 2001 by Ohio State University and published in
the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, found that students
who used a limited version of a complete hypnosis program, as proven by
blood samples, had immune systems that became stronger and more active
the longer they used hypnosis.

In 1999 a study was done by Ginandes CS, Rosenthal DI, found that
patients recovering from bone fractures healed faster when
participating in self-hypnosis programs. The study was published in
Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine. 5(2): 67-75.

Another study in 2002 by Ginandes CS, Brooks P, Sando W, Jones C,
Aker J., found that women who had gone through breast surgery healed
faster when undergoing hypnosis post operation than those that didn't.
American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis. 45(4):333-51

Hypnosis to relieve stress has been endorsed by many medical doctors including:

There is no question that hypnosis can relieve stress and can
reverse the effects of stress on the body and strengthen your immune
system.

Independent testing has revealed a 92% success rate when it comes to self-hypnosis programs of all types.

In 1985, 1986, and 1996 studies were done and published in the
Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology about hypnosis and weight
loss. Each study found that weight loss was increased by 17 pounds, 97%,
and lasted for up to 2 years later for those that continued the
self-hypnosis program.

Hypnosis has also been shown to work for weight loss because it enabled the participants to stay on their respective diet.

As Susannah points out below, it also works to change your core beliefs concerning food, nutrition and exercise.

Hi Dan,

I want to thank you for this
hypnosis series. It was supportive and helpful. I ordered and am using
the hypnosis cd set. I like it a lot. I haven’t really lost weight but
that is not my main goal, a balanced healthy approach and relationship
with my body is. I have been joking that I think I may have been taken
over by the pod people or something as I cannot believe that I went to a
local gym, started swimming twice a week and then began working out
with a coach twice a week. I do believe this is a result of the support
of the cd set. I also have noticed small and subtle changes in other
areas in relationship to food and nutrition. I am a psychotherapist and
have long known that you have to get deep into the unconscious to change
core beliefs. The hypnosis cds are something I am enjoying and look
forward to seeding and nurturing the seeds of the positive attitudes and
beliefs that are presented. Thank you so much for recommending them.
And thanks for the supportive information about candida...an ongoing
learning curve.

Susannah

The hypnosis programs Susannah is talking about were produced by
the Hypnosis Network co-founded by Michael Lovitch. I liked his programs
because each hypnosis program was put together by medically licensed
therapists from each medical field. They're all trained professionals
with graduate degrees in their area of expertise.

There is also the Diet Series
that Susannah is using, which will also work for anyone that is having a
hard time staying on the candida diet. I also found out that the
programs are both guaranteed for 1 year. You can't beat that kind of
guarantee for something that is definitely proven to work.

Supplements to Help Relieve Stress

Passion Flower
helps calm the body and mind without the sedative effects of
prescription drugs. I would not take this if you are taking
anti-depressants or if you are pregnant.

B-vitamins, calcium and magnesium all help calm the nervous system and promote muscle relaxation and sleep.
A quality multivitamin
can full fill these needs along with helping to counteract the effects of stress on the body.

A deficiency of Omega 3 fatty acids also contributes to increased
anxiety and depression. This is easy to correct by taking a quality
Omega 3 supplement everyday.

Disclaimer:
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug
Administration. The products and information contained herein are not
intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases or medical
problems. It is not intended to replace your doctor's recommendations.